Drive time to Klawock Airport (KLW)

Klawock Airport (KLW / PAKW) is a medium-sized airport serving Klawock, Alaska. It sits 80 feet above sea level and has 1 runway, the longest 5,000 feet. The nearest other airport with scheduled service is KTN (Ketchikan International Airport), 56 miles east.

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Distance
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by road
Leave now, arrive
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at the terminal
Domestic
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before departure
International
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before departure

Alternatives

Other airports near KLW

Within 200 miles, straight-line. A slightly farther airport is sometimes the shorter drive — check both before you book.

Reference

KLW at a glance

IATA code
KLW
ICAO code
PAKW
FAA code
AKW
Serving
Klawock, Alaska
State
Alaska
Elevation
80 ft
Runways
1
Longest runway
5,000 ft
Coordinates
55.5792, -133.0760
Classification
Medium-sized airport
Reference
Wikipedia

Airport, runway and elevation figures come from the OurAirports open database. Routes are calculated to the airport's map reference point, which at a large airport may sit a few minutes from your specific terminal.

Timing

When to leave for a flight from KLW

Leave home drive time + 2 hours before a domestic departure from KLW, or drive time + 3 hours before an international one.

Those buffers cover bag drop, security and the walk to the gate, but not getting from your car to the terminal — at a medium-sized airport like KLW, allow another 15–30 minutes to park and ride in, or 30–45 if you are returning a rental car. The drive estimate above is free-flow and does not model live traffic. Full guide to timing your departure →

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FAQ

Questions about driving to KLW

How long does it take to drive to KLW?

It depends on your starting point. Enter your address in the calculator on this page and you'll get a road-distance driving estimate to Klawock Airport.

What is the airport code for Klawock?

Klawock Airport uses the IATA code KLW and the ICAO code PAKW. It is classified as a medium-sized airport and sits at 80 feet above sea level.

Which other airports are near KLW?

Within 200 miles: KTN (56 mi), WRG (68 mi), PSG (85 mi), SIT (134 mi). Distances are straight-line, so compare the actual drive times before choosing — a closer airport is not always a shorter drive.

How early should I leave for a flight from KLW?

Work backwards from your departure time: subtract two hours for a domestic flight (three for international), then subtract your drive time to KLW. The calculator on this page does that arithmetic for you once you enter your starting address, and adds the parking and shuttle time you should allow on top.